1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 2,134 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 GAZ 3111 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | GAZ | BMW |
| Model | 3111 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2134 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
